'MetaSports Marathon is the premise for high performance sports'

The opening ceremony of MetaSports Marathon Imperial Hue 2023 attracted a large number of athletes, companion units, and local representatives. Speaking at the event, Ms. Hoang Yen said that the MetaSports Marathon is one of the major tournaments, affecting many athletes, including individuals who will compete at the 32nd SEA Games in Cambodia this May. They will have the opportunity to improve their performance, towards the international series. She believes that the pleasant and cool weather is quite favorable for professional runners and running lovers.

Mr. Nguyen Van Phuong - Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the People's Committee of Thua Thien Hue Province - said he was pleased to have a large-scale running tournament in Hue, with the participation of more than 10,500 athletes. Runner can explore many famous places in the land of "Neuro" such as the Citadel, Phu Van Lau, Quoc Hoc school, etc., contributing to bringing Hue scenery and culture to many domestic and international friends. Mr. Phuong revealed that over the past time, departments and agencies have made efforts to prepare, create favorable and safe conditions for runners when competing.

Next, Mr. Ngo Manh Cuong - General Director of FPT Online Services Joint Stock Company - said that he was surprised when the number of athletes kept increasing after each season. This year, 500 athletes and their families departed from Hanoi to Hue on train VM164. On April 15, right after receiving Bib, runners can visit Hue monuments for free - a feature of MetaSports Marathon Hue. Mr. Cuong emphasized that the organizers aim to bring a high-quality tournament, a destination with cultural, historical and culinary values.

Opening the opening ceremony, dozens of artists from the Opera House - People's Committee of Thua Thien Hue Province performed drums for the Young Hao festival. Crisp drum beats and definitive chants bring emotions to the audience. A familiar performance in major cultural events in the ancient capital, honoring the heroic historical tradition of our ancestors, and praising the spirit of national unity.

Pham Dinh Thai Ngan warmed up the stage with the song Burning Tonight, Take me around the world, Love each other dear friends with a youthful and vibrant style. Many female fans turned on the camera and the flash swayed to the rhythm. Responding to the audience's affection, singer 9x constantly interacted with questions: "Who will go with Ngan around the world?", "As long as we go together, we can go anywhere, right?"...

For the second time singing the opening ceremony of the MetaSports Marathon system, Dang Khoi said he was excited when he was cheered by a large audience. Singer and dance troupe SwinG came down to the stage to call on everyone to sing in the song "Winter Girl" - the hit that helped him conquer fans in the 2000s.

Next, the singer and the dance troupe stirred up the atmosphere with the medley of Love and Love - Heaven Without You. Dang Khoi revealed that he spent a lot of time editing the melody and rhythm and adding some new beat drops to match the exciting atmosphere of the race.

Under the stands, former actress and model Thuy Anh - Dang Khoi's wife - took pictures and recorded the performance of her partner. For the past 10 years, she has been backstage working as a manager for her husband, supporting him with many unnamed tasks. In interviews, Dang Khoi often praised and thanked his wife wholeheartedly for his father and son.

The song of Vietnam, my homeland, through the performance of Hue Opera House, created a highlight for the program. Artists wear Ao Dai, Ba Ba costume, conical hats, colorful fans in hand...

At the end of the program, the artists performed the favorite music of many Hue people - Hue is the shape of the homeland. Runners can "walk around" famous destinations, dreaming of the ancient capital such as Dong Ba market, Vy Da village, Thien Mu pagoda, Ngo Mon, Truong Tien bridge... Colorful ao dai and dance gracefully leaves a strong warm mark in the hearts of athletes who are about to conquer the MetaSports Marathon at 3 o'clock.